Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach announces the newest addition to their team, Neelabh Sahay, as Director of Operations. In his new role, Neelabh will be overseeing the overall operations of the hotel, developing and implementing operational strategies to secure its market positioning.
Prior to joining Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach, Neelabh was associated with Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences as the Director of Food & Beverage, where he was responsible for the food & beverage operations along with the culinary department. A diligent professional with over 18 years of experience in his field, Neelabh has been credited with organizing many successful initiatives and was honoured with ‘Food & Beverage Person of the Year’ in the Accor South Asia Hotel Awards for 2024.
Neelabh pursued his Bachelor in Science, Hospitality Administration, from IHM Pusa, New Delhi, and graduated from the management programme at Oberoi Centre of Learning & Development in the culinary department. Within the hospitality industry, his career started with Oberoi Hotels & Resorts as a chef, and he eventually transitioned to food & beverage operations at Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences.
Commenting on his appointment, Vishal Gupta, General Manager, Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach, said, “We’re thrilled to have Neelabh join our team at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach. With his experience in the F&B realm, we plan to reposition our restaurants and bars to create a niche in the market. We look forward to continuing to innovate and grow together in this new position. “
On his appointment, Neelabh Sahay said, “I am excited to be a part of the Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach family and look forward to reinventing food and beverage in a more global, chic, and concept-based space.”
Outside the realm of work, he enjoys reading and enhancing his knowledge of the latest global technology. Having been a chef, he unwinds by trying new recipes combining unusual flavour profiles to create something new.
